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Voyons madame, un peu de courage... 1858. Creator: Honore Daumier
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Voyons madame, un peu de courage... 1858. Creator: Honore Daumier
Voyons madame, un peu de courage... 1858. Voyons madame, un peu de courage...Une reine ne doit pas trembler comme ca...rappelez-vous donc que vous etes une reine et que vous allez dire des vers du grand Corneille! - La tragedie, ca me revolutionne...je regrette bien de ne pas m'en etre tenue a jouer l´operette...Faites une annonce au public et reclamez son indulgence!...'. Theatre manager: Come, madam, a little courage...A queen should not tremble like that...remember that you are a queen and that you are going to recite verses of the great Corneille! Actress: Tragedy unsettles me...I should have stuck to performing operetta...Make an announcement to the public and ask for their indulgence!...'. From Les Comediens de Societe, no. 16
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(Come, madam, a little courage...) is a captivating lithograph by the renowned French artist Honore Daumier, created in 1858. This intriguing image, titled from the famous lines spoken by the theatre manager in Daumier's series "Les Comediens de Societe," showcases the backstage drama and tension that unfolds before a performance. The black and white print portrays a nervous and reluctant actress, dressed in the regal attire of a queen, standing in the wings of a dimly lit theatre. She clutches a script in her hands, her eyes wide with fear as she gazes up at the theatre manager, who sternly urges her to summon her courage and recite verses from Pierre Corneille's tragic plays. The theatre manager, a man with a stern expression and a top hat, points towards the audience with an outstretched arm, emphasizing the importance of the moment and the need for the actress to perform. The stage behind them is dark, save for a single spotlight, drawing attention to the intense exchange between the two figures. The print, with its satirical undertones and humorous take on the world of theatre, is a testament to Daumier's keen observation of human nature and his ability to capture the raw emotions and tensions that lie beneath the surface. The use of light and shadow, as well as the contrast between the nervous actress and the confident theatre manager, adds depth and complexity to the image, making it a fascinating glimpse into the world of 19th-century theatre. This print, now part of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's collection, is a reminder of the power of art to transport us to another time and place, and to offer a unique perspective on the human condition. Whether you are a fan of theatre, art, or simply appreciate the beauty of a well-crafted image, "Voyons madame, un peu de courage..." is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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